The Timeless Elegance of a Gimlet:

Crafted with Gidley Dry Gin

Some cocktails never lose their charm. The Gimlet, with its crisp, refreshing balance of gin and citrus, has held its place as a classic for over a century. Simple yet sophisticated, it’s a drink that allows the quality of the spirit to shine through—making it the perfect showcase for Gidley Dry Gin, our ultra-premium London-style expression.

Why Gidley Dry Gin Elevates the Gimlet 

Crafted on King Island, Gidley Dry Gin embodies refinement, precision, and purity. With its carefully selected botanicals and London-dry structure, it provides the clean, aromatic backbone a Gimlet demands. Where other gins might get lost in the sharpness of lime, Gidley Dry Gin complements it—lifting the citrus while offering depth and subtle complexity. 

The Classic Gimlet Recipe 

Ingredients 

• 60ml Gidley Dry Gin 

• 22ml fresh lime juice (or high-quality lime cordial for a traditional touch) 

• 15ml simple syrup (if using fresh lime juice) 

• Ice 

• Lime wheel or twist, to garnish 

Method 

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. 

2. Add Gidley Dry Gin, lime juice, and simple syrup (or cordial). 

3. Shake until well-chilled, around 15 seconds. 

4. Strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass. 

5. Garnish with a lime wheel or elegant lime twist. 

Serving Suggestions 

• Modern Freshness: Use freshly squeezed lime juice for a brighter, more contemporary version. 

• Classic Nostalgia: Opt for lime cordial (traditionally Rose’s) for a smoother, slightly sweeter serve that harks back to the Gimlet’s early naval history. 

• Signature Touch: Freeze lime wheels into ice cubes for a striking visual detail and slow citrus infusion. 

A Cocktail with History 

The Gimlet’s origins trace back to the 19th century British Navy, where sailors mixed lime cordial with gin to ward off scurvy. What was once a medicinal concoction has become an icon of cocktail culture—one that remains as elegant today as it was practical then. 

The Final Sip 

Making a Gimlet with Gidley Dry Gin is an invitation to savour tradition elevated. Crisp, balanced, and undeniably refined, it’s the kind of cocktail that turns any evening into an occasion. 

Raise a glass, sip slowly, and enjoy the enduring elegance of a Gimlet crafted the Gidley way. 

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